Computer vision camera products

VA Imaging is your one stop shop for your computer vision application. We offer industrial imaging cameras, lenses and machine vision lighting. We have over 200 different industrial cameras, varying from low resolution highspeed cameras (> 2000 fps) up to high resolution 249MP cameras. We have hundreds of industrial lenses and lighting options, making sure that you will always capture a perfect image with our industrial cameras.

Below you can find an overview of all product groups we offer. If you need help selecting the most suitable products from our portfolio, our computer vision experts are ready to help ensure your project succeeds. Give us a call or send an email, and we'll help you out quickly.

USB3 Camera
USB3 Camera

Starting at €149

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GigE Camera
GigE Camera

Starting at €220

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5Gige - 10Gige vision cameras
5GigE | 10GigE camera

Starting at €910

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Boardlevel-Camera
Boardlevel-Camera

Starting at €149

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Right-angled camera
Right-angled camera

Starting at €261

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SWIR-Camera
SWIR-Camera

Starting at €8008

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Industrial UV Camera
UV-Camera

Starting at €4427

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Alternative-Linescan-camera
Customized cameras

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Line scan camera for industrial applications
Line scan camera

Starting at €612

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M12 lenses
M12 lenses

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C-mount lens
C-mount lens

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Telecentric lens
Telecentric lens

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C-mount filters for industrial applications
Lens filters

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Lens calculator
Lens calculator

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Cables for machine vision
Cables

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Framegrabber for industrial cameras
Framegrabbers CoaXPress, GigE Vision and USB3 VIsion

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Waterproof Enclosures for Industrial Cameras
Enclosures

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VA-MCPT-24x20-ALU, Tripod Mounting Plate MER / MER2
Accessories - mountingplates, powersupplies etc.

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Lens adapters for industrial lenses
Lens adapters

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Custom machine vision products
Custom machine vision products

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Daheng Imaging SDK (software development kit)
Daheng Imaging SDK (software development kit)

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Zebra Aurora Vision image processing software
Zebra Aurora Vision image processing software

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2ND Look recording software
2ND Look recording software

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Open Source software
Open Source software

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5 steps for selecting computer vision products

In only 5 steps, we help you to decide about the computer vision products you need for creating your vision system. In need of support? Just simply share more details about your computer vision project via this link and one of our engineers will contact you.

To select the right computer vision camera for your vision system, calculations are done to determine the required specifications for the application.


Camera interface

 

Firstly, the interface of the camera should be determined. We offer a large portfolio with a variety of computer vision cameras that includes both USB3 and GigE interfaces. An USB3 camera has a bandwidth that is four times as high as the bandwidth of a GigE camera. Both USB3 cameras and GigE cameras with PoE (Power over Ethernet) only need 1 cable for data transmission and power. GigE cameras without PoE require an I/O cable to power the camera. Recent additions to our portfolio include a range of  2.5GigE cameras, 5GigE cameras and 10GigE cameras that offer both a high resolution and a high framerate, while benefiting from the Gigabit Ethernet interface.

Monochrome or colour camera?

 

Secondly, the choice for a monochrome or colour computer vision camera needs to be determined.

 

Monochrome cameras show black & white images and are 3x more light sensitive than colour cameras. Monochrome is recommended unless you specifically need to see colour.

 

Camera resolution

 

Thirdly, the required computer vision camera resolution is calculated. The system resolution is determined by the number of pixels dedicated to the smallest object that you want to see. For a sharp image 3 pixels per mm is recommended, however some cases a lower system resolution is acceptable. For example, you have a computer vision application that requires the system to count marbles, of which the smallest marble has a diameter of 10mm and the FOV is 2000mmx1500mm.

 

To detect the marble through computer vision, 2 pixels per mm of the smallest object is dedicated. The system resolution is calculated using the smallest object which in this case is 10mmx10mm and the dedicated pixels using the following formular: 10mm/2pixels=5mm. To calculate the resolution required from the camera we use the following calculation: (hfov/system res)x(vfov/system res)= Pixels required therefor (2000/5) x (1500/5) = 400x300 pixels required. You will need a camera with at a minimum resolution of 0.12MP.

 

Rolling shutter or global shutter camera?

 

In addition, a choice of either a global shutter or a rolling shutter should be made. Is there any movement in your computer vision camera application at the moment the images are being taken? If the answer to this question is yes, we advise you to use a global shutter camera. To avoid motion blur, global shutter cameras are ideal for vision systems where the camera or object is moving. A rolling shutter camera offers a cost effective and reasonable solution for stationary computer vision camera applications. Read about the topic Global vs. Rolling shutter cameras in our knowledge center article.

 

Other specifications that are often taken into account for a computer vision camera are the desired frame rate, sensor size, pixel size and dimensions. In addition to our standard portfolio, we offer a range of boardlevel cameras, right-angled cameras, SWIR cameras and UV cameras.

A suitable lens for your computer vision camera is selected based on the requirements of the application. You’ve selected a suitable camera for your vision system, that means the camera sensor size is clear. Make sure to select a vision lens that suits the sensor size of your computer vision camera.

 

A certain focal length combined with the given sensor size will determine the opening angle of the lens. Start by determining this focal length based on your required horizontal field of view (mm) and working distance (mm). We recommend you to check our lens calculator page to calculate the focal length. Included on this link is also a table of all lens opening angles in relation to the sensor size and focal length. The larger the sensor size, the bigger the opening angle for the same focal length.

 

The mount of the camera needs to be taken into account. In a majority of standard computer vision camera applications, C-mount camera is used and our advice is to use a C-mount lens. Benefits of C-mount lenses are manual aperture adjustment, manual focus setting, screws to fix the aperture and focus and availability for image sensors up to 1.4” image sensors.

 

For computer vision systems with limited space and where a low price is required, one of our M12 lenses can be used. The disadvantages of an M12 lens is that in low price point lenses there is visible distortion, specifically in lenses with a low focal length you. You also cannot change the aperture (fixed F number).

 

We also feature a variety of special lenses,  we can assist/help you in selecting the most suitable F mount lens, M42 mount lens, SWIR lens, Microscope lens or UV lens. Get in touch for support.

Our industrial cameras should be connected to a pc with a cable. When using an USB3 computer vision camera, an USB3 cable should be used. To guarantee a stable connection between the pc and camera, we advise you to use one of our high quality USB3 cables. We have a variety of standard USB3 cables in our portfolio, starting from 0.3 meter up to 4.6meter cables. Besides the standard USB3 cables, we offer active high flex USB3 cables of lengths up to 50 meter! Custom cables are also possible, please enquire if there is something that we can assist you with.

 

With a GigE computer vision camera, basically any standard Cat5e cable can be used. An advantage of the GigE cables that we have to offer is their screw lock. They are attached to the computer vision camera housing by means of two screws. Especially in computer vision applications with frequent movement, the screws ensure a stable connection. We also offer special high flex cables that are suitable for computer vision applications where the cable moves regularly.

 

Step 3a: Lens filters for computer vision camera

 

 

In computer vision, lens filters are used to add contrast to the image. This extra contrast is achieved because the lens filter only transmits specific light wavelengths. Ambient light or specific wavelengths will be blocked and additional contrast is created. Typical examples that are commonly used in computer vision are blue lighting with a blue lens filter, a red light with a red filter or an infrared light with an infrared filter. A polarized lens filters can be used on top of the lens for minimizing reflections on the object. Besides all standard lens filters, a variety of custom lens filters are available to match the specific wavelength and filter thread that you require.

 

Step 3b: Camera enclosure for computer vision camera

 

 

Our machine vision camera enclosures protect your computer vision camera from water, dust and dirt. The enclosure is tested in IP67 conditions and therefore ensures durability in harsh environments. Benefits of the housings are that operators cannot adjust the lens settings and they can be used with our regular industrial cables. No expensive GigE, USB3 and I/O cables are required. We can also offer this high-quality and user-friendly enclosure with customized branding.

 

To select the most suitable housing for your computer vision camera set-up, the dimensions of the camera and lens should be taken into account. Our standard industrial polymer housing and aluminium housing support cameras with a maximum size of 29x29mm and lens with a maximum diameter of 40mm. Our XL housing could be used for set-ups that are not included in this range.

For a computer vision application it is important that what one wants to see is well illuminated. In some cases the ambient light is sufficient. However, in many computer vision applications machine vision lighting is used to accentuate the object to be detected. Machine vision lighting provides the necessary illumination required to capture high-quality images.  The lighting comes in a wide array of colours, facilitating the achievement of high contrast in images. A selection of the most popular lights are available on our local express stock for immediate shipping. There is also the option to customize the lights, choosing between sizes and colours. Whether it's (long-distance) bar lights, ring lights, backlights or any other option available, customization is possible. One of our machine vision lighting experts, could help you selecting the most suitable lighting.

Alongside computer vision cameras, image processing software is utilized. It relies on algorithms to detect characteristics like product type, positioning and shape. Image processing software is used for computer vision applications that include product detection, measurements and OCR. The data can be stored for quality control or communicated to PLCs or industrial robots.

 

Various software packages are available, offering pre-defined functions and the option for deep learning. With our free Software Development KIT (SDK), the computer vision camera can be controlled and parameters can be set. Our SDK could be instantly downloaded on our download page and is compatible with Windows, Linux and Android operating systems. Example programs of C++, C# / .NET and Python can be requested.

 

Image processing software such as Zebra Aurora Vision software, could be used for computer vision applications. The software provides a great environment for graphical programming, Library for customization and Deep Learning for advanced tasks like OCR. Would you like to record videos with industrial cameras for analysis? The 2ndLook software from IO Industries might offer a great solution. In addition, open-source software like OpenCV and Kinovea offer free customization options for machine vision tasks.

Reviews VA Imaging

  • 8
    Cameras are a great value for money

    The cameras are a great value for money and the lenses also. The software is outdated and needs refreshing. It took me considerable amount of time to discover how to access the camera features. The cameras are a great value for money and the lenses also. The software is outdated and needs refreshing. It took me considerable amount of time to discover how to access the camera features.

  • 10
    Excellent quality material and attentive and reliable supplier

    In the commercial phase we had maximum support and delivery times were respected. The material is quite good with low and competitive costs. In the commercial phase we had maximum support and delivery times were respected. The material is quite good with low and competitive costs.

  • 10
    Fast cable delivery

    I had ordered a camera but forgotten to include the required cable. the cable was ordered and delivered very fast. I had ordered a camera but forgotten to include the required cable. the cable was ordered and delivered very fast.

  • 8
    Fast delivery

    Fast delivery even without paying the speed premium Fast delivery even without paying the speed premium

  • 9
    Fast Delivery and good quality!

    A very good company, I will continue to cooperate next time！ A very good company, I will continue to cooperate next time！

  • 10
    Fast service

    Extremely fast service. I got the camera next day. Highly recommend the seller! Thank you! Extremely fast service. I got the camera next day. Highly recommend the seller! Thank you!

  • 8.5
    Good Experience

    Top, good experience. Very attentive and quick to respond. Product arrived in good condition. Top, good experience. Very attentive and quick to respond. Product arrived in good condition.

  • 8
    Good quality and fast delivery

    So far, all components meet expectation, it would be great, though, if 3d models for all components were available. So far, all components meet expectation, it would be great, though, if 3d models for all components were available.

  • 10
    Great customer support, products and prices

    I contacted GeT Cameras to help out with selecting the best camera and lens solution for me. They provided great support. I ordered with express and received the products 2 days later :) I contacted GeT Cameras to help out with selecting the best camera and lens solution for me. They provided great support. I ordered with express and received the products 2 days later :)

  • 9
    Great prices, great service, everything great

    Bought quite a few cameras from these guys, prices are great, service is great, delivery times of the hardware is also very nice. Bought quite a few cameras from these guys, prices are great, service is great, delivery times of the hardware is also very nice.

  • 10
    Great products. Excellent support.

    GeT Cameras in Germany made some photo's of our products to show the performance of their cameras and they looked perfect. Recently we purchased a camera with lens, and LED lights. We are not exper... GeT Cameras in Germany made some photo's of our products to show the performance of their cameras and they looked perfect. Recently we purchased a camera with lens, and LED lights. We are not experienced with machine vision but the installation worked out fine. After installation on our laboratory we were surprised again of the high quality of the photos and the versatility of this system. (options in Galaxy viewer and integration in Python. Recently we had an issue with the software and the customer support was able to give us the relevant information to fix it within one day. The next time we need a camera we will not be looking to other suppliers but contact GeT Cameras immediately.

  • 10
    Great support and inhouse knowledge of the cameras

    First I was a little bit sceptic about buying online industrial cameras. It’s a critical part for our machine. For a new product development there was a lot of price pressure. We needed a cheap cam... First I was a little bit sceptic about buying online industrial cameras. It’s a critical part for our machine. For a new product development there was a lot of price pressure. We needed a cheap camera. I called them and Caspar was providing great support. He even advised a cheaper camera than I had in mind. I was just surprised by the inhouse knowledge of get cameras about machine vision. Never expected this from a webshop. The image an built quality of the camera is also great. The camera feels and operates the same as our Basler cameras.

  • 10
    Great support by email

    I ordered a 20MP USB3 camera including a lens 2 months ago for a datamatrix code reading application. In the beginning I was sceptic because of the low prices, but support by email was great. They ... I ordered a 20MP USB3 camera including a lens 2 months ago for a datamatrix code reading application. In the beginning I was sceptic because of the low prices, but support by email was great. They advise a lens and provided additional technical information. Unfortunately they don't offer a loan service, but I decided to try it. I had the cameras in house within 2 weeks and connection was easy. The SDK looks like the SDK from Basler so I felt directly comfortable with it. The camera and lens was a perfect match and now I'm able to read small DMC codes on large products with just a single camera.

  • 10
    Great support while selecting a lens

    We have bought a 20MP camera and lens with extension tubes to use it as a digital microscope in our lab. The support with selecting a lens was great. Connecting the USB3 camera was easy. We receive... We have bought a 20MP camera and lens with extension tubes to use it as a digital microscope in our lab. The support with selecting a lens was great. Connecting the USB3 camera was easy. We received everything on time.

  • 10
    High quality

    High quality components and service! My order was handled quickly and arrived ahead of schedule. Would recommend. High quality components and service! My order was handled quickly and arrived ahead of schedule. Would recommend.

  • 10
    It is important to have a skilled and efficient team of workers to get the goods efficiently.

    Maintained a good relationship and very good communication from start to finish to purchase the item. Maintained a good relationship and very good communication from start to finish to purchase the item.

  • 9
    Outstanding products and customer service

    The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly. The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly.

  • 10
    Outstanding products and customer service

    Get Cameras were extremely kind to sponsor us with some amazing equipment for our RoboCup student team, Delft Mercurians. We had no issues with the cameras, they perform as advertised and enabled u... Get Cameras were extremely kind to sponsor us with some amazing equipment for our RoboCup student team, Delft Mercurians. We had no issues with the cameras, they perform as advertised and enabled us to continue with the project and the company was extremely supportive of us overall. The customer service staff was friendly, easy to approach and helped us select the appropriate products which fit our use case perfectly.

  • 8
    Perfect customer interaction

    Good site and perfect customer interaction. Good site and perfect customer interaction.

  • 10
    Products delivered sooner than promised

    Ordered products were delivered sooner than promised, all ordered items were included in the package and we had no problems to make them work (cameras work with the attached software and with Matlab). Ordered products were delivered sooner than promised, all ordered items were included in the package and we had no problems to make them work (cameras work with the attached software and with Matlab).

  • 10
    Professional support, fast delivery and good product.

    I liked that your team helped me chose the needed equipment by my description. The items that i have ordered are exactly what i have looked for. I liked that your team helped me chose the needed equipment by my description. The items that i have ordered are exactly what i have looked for.

  • 10
    Prompt responses to many questions

    Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forwar... Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forward. We continue to buy regularly.

  • 10
    Quick responses and good selection of cameras

    Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forwar... Prompt responses to our many questions. A good selection of cameras despite shortages elsewhere in the industry and we have been able to specify some of these cameras to keep projects moving forward. We continue to buy from Get-Cameras regularly.

  • 10
    Quick shipping and excellent customer service

    The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding e... The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding examples to implement the cameras in our systems.

  • 10
    Quick shipping and excellent customer service

    The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding e... The customer service is quick, friendly and helpful, shipping takes place fast and the quality of cameras and accessoires is excellent. Very useful is also the provided software, including coding examples to implement the cameras in our systems.

  • 9
    Suitable product for us

    We already have several of your cameras. These are for stock only. Since we are taking them into stock, that means we are happy with them. Only lead time is little bit longer. We already have several of your cameras. These are for stock only. Since we are taking them into stock, that means we are happy with them. Only lead time is little bit longer.

  • 10
    Very good value for money

    The camera arrived on schedule and gives excellent images. Very good value for money. The SDK makes it very easy to acquire images into a program of my own written using C++Builder (about 2 hours p... The camera arrived on schedule and gives excellent images. Very good value for money. The SDK makes it very easy to acquire images into a program of my own written using C++Builder (about 2 hours programming).

  • 10
    Very helpful customer service

    We needed a vision camera for our project very urgently. They where able to deliver it in a few days time. They responded quick to my emails also when I needed support. They send me an article how ... We needed a vision camera for our project very urgently. They where able to deliver it in a few days time. They responded quick to my emails also when I needed support. They send me an article how to quickly install the camera and set the most important parameters. it was very helpfull and within half an hour we had a good live view image. We have also ordered the lens they advised. It provides a nice and sharp image.

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